Create your own at Storyboard ThatDon’t be soft-spoken. A forceful voice projects confidence. Don't make passive eye contact with your interviewer. Don't use poor language, slang, or pause words (such as “like,” “uh,” and “um”). Do not come under dressed or over dressed. You're participating in an interview not hanging out at home or going to senior prom. Do not show up to the interview late, preferably 10 minutes early. Always initiate an interview with a strong, confident handshake. Hmm, 15 minutes late and no handshake?